Question 1

Intentionally treating women less favorably than men solely based upon their gender would be what form of discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Disparate treatment refers to intentional discrimination against a protected group. In this case, intentionally treating women less favorably than men based solely on their gender would be disparate treatment.

Question 2

Jennifer works as a clerk in a company.The essential function of her job is producing memoranda using word processing software.If she develops crippling arthritis,which act requires her employer to make reasonable accommodations,such as providing a voice-recognition input device?

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990 requires employers to make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, including providing assistive technology such as a voice-recognition input device for a clerk with arthritis. The Family and Medical Leave Act, Davis-Bacon Act, and Occupational Safety and Health Act do not relate to accommodations for employees with disabilities.

Question 3

Which branch of the federal government is responsible for interpreting laws?

Accepted Answer

The judicial branch, specifically the Supreme Court, is responsible for interpreting laws and ensuring their constitutionality.

Question 4

Which amendment to the U.S.Constitution made it illegal to restrict the freedom of religion,speech,and press,as well as protect the right of people to peacefully assemble?

Accepted Answer

The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of religion, speech, press, and assembly. It is a crucial part of the Bill of Rights and protects the fundamental rights of individuals in the United States.

Question 5

What are the revised guidelines introduced in 2004 for determining whether jobs are exempt from FLSA overtime pay provisions called?

Accepted Answer

The revised guidelines introduced in 2004 for determining whether jobs are exempt from FLSA overtime pay provisions are called the Fair Pay Rules.

Question 6

As a result of this law enacted by Congress,employers must now show that employment practices that create disparate impact are a business necessity.This law also made it legal for U.S.citizens working abroad for U.S.companies to file suit.

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1991 was enacted by Congress and made it necessary for employers to show that employment practices which create disparate impact are a business necessity. It also allowed U.S. citizens working abroad for U.S. companies to file suit. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 prohibits discrimination based on disabilities, Executive Order 11246 prohibits federal contractors from discriminating based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act protects older workers from age discrimination.

Question 7

This amendment to the U.S.Constitution gives Congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations,individual states,and Indian Tribes.

Accepted Answer

This power is explicitly granted to Congress in Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution, which outlines the specific powers and responsibilities of Congress. The other amendments listed do not contain provisions related to regulation of commerce.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

Accepted Answer

While civil rights laws have expanded over the years to include protections for other characteristics such as disability and age, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 only explicitly prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Sexual orientation is not included as a protected characteristic under federal law, although some states and localities have added these protections.

Question 9

The "equal benefit or equal cost principle" is part of which Act?

Accepted Answer

The "equal benefit or equal cost principle" is part of the Older Workers Benefits Protection Act (OWBPA), which is an amendment to the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). It ensures that older workers receive benefits that are equal to or cost the same as those provided to younger workers.

Question 10

An employee has a regular hourly rate equal to $12.According to FLSA,how much should her/his employer pay this employee for each additional hour worked beyond the regular 40 hours within a period of 7 consecutive days?

Accepted Answer

The answer of An employee has a regular hourly rate...

Question 11

A policy that applies to all company employees,but unintentionally hurts a protected group disproportionately,would be what form of discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Disparate impact discrimination occurs when a seemingly neutral policy or practice disproportionately affects a protected group. In this case, the policy applies to all employees, but has an unintended negative impact on a protected group. Disparate treatment, on the other hand, involves intentional discrimination against a protected group. Disparate causality and situational discrimination are not recognized forms of discrimination.

Question 12

Based upon the FLSA child labor provisions,what is the minimum age that a child must be in order to be legally employed?

Accepted Answer

The FLSA child labor provisions state that the minimum age for employment is 14, with some exceptions for certain types of work and industries.

Question 13

This program grants income to workers who are unable to work due to injuries sustained while on the job.

Accepted Answer

Workers' compensation is a program that grants income to workers who are unable to work due to injuries sustained while on the job. Sick leave and FMLA may provide time off from work, but they do not necessarily provide income replacement for work-related injuries. Workforce restitution is not a commonly recognized program or term for this type of compensation.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT addressed by the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938?

Accepted Answer

The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 addresses minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor provisions, but does not address executive compensation.

Question 15

Construction contractors,working on government contracts valued at more than $2,000,must pay their laborers and mechanics what type of local area-based wage according to the Davis-Bacon Act of 1931?

Accepted Answer

According to the Davis-Bacon Act of 1931, construction contractors working on government contracts valued at more than $2,000 must pay their laborers and mechanics the prevailing wage for the local area. This means that the wage rate they pay should be based on the wage rates and fringe benefits that are typically paid to workers performing similar work in that area. Therefore, the correct choice is B, prevailing wage.

Question 16

This act strengthened the Equal Pay Act of 1963 by requiring employers to show that pay disparities are job related rather than sex-based.This act also prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who share their salary information.

Accepted Answer

The Paycheck Fairness Act, as described in the statement, strengthened the Equal Pay Act and prohibits retaliation against employees who share salary information. The other options mentioned - Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and Davis Act - do not address the specific provisions noted in the statement.

Question 17

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA)applies to companies that employ at least how many workers?

Accepted Answer

The ADA applies to companies that employ at least 15 workers.

Question 18

An employee has a regular hourly rate equal to $10 and works 45 hours within a period of 7 consecutive days.How much should the employer pay this employee for 45 hours in total?

Accepted Answer

The employee should be paid $10 per hour for the first 40 hours, totaling $400. For the 5 hours of overtime, the employee should be paid 1.5 times the regular rate, which is $15 per hour, totaling $75. Therefore, the total payment is $400 + $75 = $475.

Question 19

This law makes it illegal to discriminate against people with physical and mental disabilities both within and outside employment settings,including public transportation,public accommodations,and employment.

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodations, and other areas of society. It ensures equal opportunities and protections for people with disabilities.

Question 20

Which of the following examples is NOT considered as a compensable work activity?

Accepted Answer

Traveling from home to work and back is generally not considered compensable work time under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

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